Books like Remember Me by Lesley Pearse
The Queen of Storytellers, Lesley Pearse, returns with a thrilling narrative of Mary Broad's life of struggle and triumph. Born in Cornwall in 1786, Mary was sentenced to death for theft but received a commutation. Tragically, she was transported to Australia, one of the first female convicts. After escaping the harsh conditions and finding love, she was recaptured and returned to London in chains. Her story of determination and resilience, defended by James Boswell, is one of the most moving tales of human endeavour, based on an incredible true story.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Lesley Pearse
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